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Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 7 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes recipe delivers tender, flavorful beef stew meat cooked low and slow with baby potatoes, garlic, and aromatic herbs. The beef is first seared to lock in juices, then combined with butter, garlic, and a blend of spices before slow cooking to perfection. Infused with the rich flavors of thyme, rosemary, and smoked paprika, this hearty, comforting dish is perfect for an easy, hands-off meal with minimal prep.

Ingredients

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Beef and Potatoes

  • 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved

Seasonings and Others

  • 4 tablespoons butter, sliced into pieces
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Beef: Pat the beef stew meat cubes dry using paper towels to ensure good browning during searing.
  2. Sear the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes in batches and sear each side for 3-4 minutes until nicely browned. Transfer the seared beef to the crockpot.
  3. Sauté Garlic in Butter: In the same skillet, add the sliced butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Add Garlic Butter to Crockpot: Pour the garlic butter mixture over the seared beef in the crockpot.
  5. Season the Beef: Sprinkle salt, black pepper, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and smoked paprika over the beef. Toss gently to coat the meat evenly with the seasonings.
  6. Add Potatoes and Broth: Add the halved baby potatoes into the crockpot along with the beef broth. Stir lightly to evenly distribute flavors.
  7. Slow Cook: Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on low heat for 7-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
  8. Finish and Serve: Once cooking is complete, give the mixture a gentle stir. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a bright, fresh touch before serving.

Notes

  • Make sure to pat the beef dry before searing to get a nice crust and deepen flavor.
  • Searing the meat in batches prevents overcrowding and ensures each piece browns properly.
  • Do not burn the garlic when sautéing; cook just until fragrant for the best flavor.
  • The slow cooker timings allow flexibility; low for 7-8 hours is ideal for tender meat.
  • Fresh parsley garnish adds color and freshness but can be omitted if unavailable.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 hours 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

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